Platte Hi School serves 136 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
136 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Platte - Geddes School District 11-5
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Platte Hi School?
136 students attend Platte Hi School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Platte Hi School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Platte Hi School?
Platte Hi School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Platte Hi School offer ?
Platte Hi School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Platte Hi School part of?
Platte Hi School is part of Platte - Geddes School District 11-5.
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